Renewed emphasis on the importance of second level education was clearly in evidence on Tuesday, 24th January as Sixth Class pupils and their parents filled the Áras for Open Night 2012. Ms. Elaine Meenan led the introduction to CCS alongside school Management and Student Council representatives, Blaine McCarron and Paula Coyle. An impressive array of stands and stalls decked the New Technology Building, promoting the wide range of subjects and programmes available at CCS. A number of Departments left nothing to chance, offering irresistible treats to prospective pupils and their parents. Even some members of staff expressed interest in languages and Home Economics, while insisting that crêpes, cakes and omelette did not influence their enquiries. Technical demonstrations, scientific gadgetry, artistic displays and delicacies kept those in attendance circulating for well over an hour. More than one parent suggested that they'd go back to school, given the chance. That might be how best to sum up Open Night 2012...

Open Night photo album

The following documents relate to a motivational evening hosted in the school in January 2012 and are relevant to both pupils and parents.

Homework+ Plan

Leaving Cert - Setting the Target

Ten tips to help parents and children get through exams

Support at Home

The Study Contract

The Board of Management has agreed to develop a pilot project with St. Charles West High School, St. Louis, Missouri, USA. In December the Board met a delegation to discuss the opportunities and advantages of such a venture. It was acknowledged that an opportunity existed for both communities to experience their respective cultures and build links. It is an excellent opportunity to promote Inishowen and explore mutual benefits.

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